Montauk

Ditch Plains is Montauk's most popular surf break, a rocky reef and point break setup at the eastern tip of Long Island that picks up swell from the east, ESE, and southeast. Typical wave heights run 1-3 feet, ideal for longboarding and intermediates, but hurricane swells in autumn can push waves well overhead to 10 feet or more. The break produces both lefts and rights over a rocky bottom, with the best conditions arriving on northwest offshore winds. Rocks are the primary hazard, and the spot draws heavy crowds especially on weekends, so patience in the lineup is essential. Access is straightforward with parking directly at the beach, making it the go-to wave for New York City surfers willing to make the drive east.